Paylocity review

A solid HCM that links benefits to employee communication.

Top 11 rank

#6 of 11

Score

8.2/9.4

Pricing

$$$ (Custom Quote)

HQ

Schaumburg, USA

Verdict

Paylocity differentiates itself by integrating benefits administration with tools for employee communication and video, turning routine HR tasks into engagement opportunities.

What customers praise

The platform's Community feature, a social feed for company announcements, allows HR to post videos and reminders about open enrollment directly within the app.

What customers criticise

The user interface can feel crowded with features, and navigating to specific benefits information sometimes requires multiple clicks.

Best for

Mid-market companies looking for a unified HCM platform with strong employee engagement and communication tools.

At a glance

  • Integrations: QuickBooks, NetSuite, Various 401(k) providers, Various background check services
  • Compliance: ACA, COBRA, EEO-1
  • Regions served: USA
  • Typical onboarding: 30 days

Red flags

Public risk signals as of June 2026: none. No material public risk signals as of 2026-06-18. See the full red-flag report.

Alternatives

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Where else this brand ranks

Source: Top 11 The 11 Best Benefits Administration Software Platforms, verified June 18, 2026 — no paid placement.